Civil Liberty in SA: Freedom Under Law Three Decades After Apartheid

In this insightful online briefing we present our latest report, ‘Civil Liberty in South Africa: Freedom Under Law Three Decades After Apartheid.’

This thorough paper, authored by Martin van Staden, delves into the foundations of civil liberty, assesses South Africa's progress since 1994, and offers crucial recommendations for enhancing the role of civil liberty within our constitutional framework.

During the briefing, Martin van Staden:
• outlines his recommendations for the courts, Parliament, and the executive in promoting and upholding civil liberty.
• advocates for a new approach to Section 36 by the courts, one that truly respects the logic of this provision.
• proposes that Parliament adopt a comprehensive package of legislation that recognises and safeguards different dimensions of freedom under the law and,
• emphasises the importance of instilling a culture of respect for civil liberty within the civil service, as protecting civil liberty should be the government's foremost social purpose.

Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the vital topic of civil liberty in South Africa and gain valuable insights from our report's findings.

[This briefing first aired on 5 July, 2023]